By Alyssa Dearborn “I do elder companion care and I think staying in shape is always important–mentally and physically–so I can be the best at what I do.” Janet Reilly said when asked about how having an active, healthy lifestyle...
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Inspire – Dr. Audrey Van Voolen: Founder of Skaneateles Psychology Associates utilizes a strength-based approach
By Kate Hanzalik The idea of playing to your strengths resonates with Audrey Van Voolen, PhD. It applies to her professional trajectory as a psychologist, her approach in treating patients, and the way she works with the providers in her...
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Cover Story – Dr. Kathryn Anderson: From Minnesota to Thailand to Syracuse, new health commissioner focused on improving public health
By Abigail Welles Dr. Kathryn Anderson began her role as the county health commissioner in early November 2022, succeeding Dr. Indu Gupta who served the Onondaga county for more than seven years. The role is one Dr. Anderson is immensely...
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Inspire: Glenda Stowell – Care Bear Team provides comfort to hospitalized children
By Alyssa Dearborn Since its founding in 2011, The Bear Team has brought over 14,700 Build-a-Bear stuffed animals to children receiving care and treatment at Golisano Children’s Hospital. The bears serve not only as companions and comfort objects for the...
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Cord Blood Donation: A Mother’s Perspective
by Cheryl Abrams Each time Geralyn Saya sees her son, Jared, she sees another mother who helped save his life when he was just four years old. She sees that mother in labor who had chosen to donate the leftover...
